Anatomical Pathology Technologist

Scientific and Technical To assist the pathology staff with post-mortem examinations (adult, paediatric & perinatal) Gather all notes, x-rays and information for the pathologist. To reconstruct patients to high standard (adult, paediatric and perinatal) following a post-mortem examination. To assist in the basic & advanced training of junior staff, both practical and theoretical. To oversee and assist the junior staff on a day-to-day basis To take, process and store digital images (photographic and radiology) as part of the post-mortem examination To ensure the post-mortem room and equipment is prepared for all types of post-mortem examinations. To ensure patients are accurately received, identified, registered, weighed, measured and labelled. To assist the pathologist during histological cut up sessions following fixation of tissue samples after the post-mortem examination. To assist and ensure thorough cleaning and disinfection of all tools and surfaces in the PM rooms after the days examinations are complete. To deliver or arrange delivery of samples taken at post-mortem examination. To maintain equipment on a day-to-day basis in accordance with department policies/procedures and in accordance with manufactures guidelines. To be responsible for the release and transfer of patients from the unit to the authorised person for collection. Clinical & ClericalTo book viewings and, when necessary, accompany and assist the bereaved in the Mortuary visitors room. To prepare and layout patients for viewing, including high-risk cases. To carry out any cleaning and dressing of patients as required. To accompany visitors and facilitate official identifications on behalf of HM Coroner. To ensure that the bereaved are supported and treated with courtesy and consideration at all times. To ensure accurate records of patients property are maintained To assist the Senior Specialist APTs plan work schedules and staff allocation to tasks. To give both basic and specialist lectures to groups who attend the Mortuary and Bereavement Service and throughout the hospital. Please review job description document full responsibilities.